How to pronounce earldom
Say it like ERL-dum. Earldom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ERL).
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- ERL
- dum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Earldom pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ERLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- dumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of earldom
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHL-dum.
What does earldom mean?
- The rank of being an earl.
- The territory controlled by an earl.
Where does earldom come from?
From Middle English erldom, from Old English eorldōm, equivalent to earl + -dom.
Questions about saying earldom
How do you pronounce earldom?
Say ERL-dum. The American pronunciation is /ˈərldəm/. In British English it is /ˈəldəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in earldom?
Earldom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ERL). Broken into parts: ERL · dum.
Is earldom pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈəldəm/ (UHL-dum).